How to Throw an Epic Game of Thrones Party

Season 4 of the Game of Thrones is wrapping up this month, but rather than cry about it, like I want to do, there is still time to celebrate this amazing series. How can you keep the love of Westeros alive without the show? By throwing an epic Game of Thrones party, of course!

Remember, the Game of Thrones is not appropriate for children in any way, so please do not use this theme for a child’s birthday party.

Seriously. Don’t.

Decorations for a Game of Thrones Party

When it comes to party decorations, you don’t have to spend a whole lot of time or effort. The key is to create a feeling for the universe, which really doesn’t take much. But if you want to get a little more involved, here are some simple tips:

Here are a few of my favorite Game of Thrones Party decorations from around the web:

How amazing is this tiny Iron Throne crafted from popsicle sticks and plastic swords? This genius decoration idea was created by VixVenture designs. If you want to make your own iron throne cake topper, just follow these directions.

You can always print a world map from online (the The Lands of Ice and Fire are the official Westeros maps) and use it as the basis for your decorations. The maps can be transformed into wall decorations, placemats, or centerpieces.

A weirwood tree would also make an amazing centerpiece. I couldn’t find any tutorial for the tree that wasn’t a cake, but this basic tree tutorial from Storm the Castle can help you get started, and from there you can paint it white.

Game of Thrones Party Food

Medieval food is pretty basic- just think bread, meat, and fruit. If you want more specific food guidelines for The Game of Thrones, just read one of these passages from A Clash of Kings (incidentally, I heard that good old George Martin added a lot of extra food passages just because someone told him they were making the dishes from the books. I can’t decide if that is cool or not).

Cersei set a tasty table, that could not be denied. They started with a creamy chestnut soup, crusty hot bread, and greens dressed with apples and pine nuts. Then came lamprey pie, honeyed ham, buttered carrots, white beans and bacon, and roast swan stuffed with mushrooms and oysters. Tyrion was exceedingly courteous; he offered his sister the choice portions of every dish, and made certain he ate only what she did. Not that he truly throught she’d poison him, but it never hurt to be careful.

For dessert, how about serving some dragon egg cookies like these from Semi Sweet Designs? I love how realistic these cookies are, but they aren’t that complicated to make.

If you have even less baking skills than that, just attach these cupcake toppers from Inn at the Crossroads to a toothpick and poke into some cupcakes. If you want to get extra-fancy, you could try dying the icing a different color on each cake to match the house color.

If you’re wondering how to make Milk of the Poppy drinks, watch this video from Feast of Fiction which tells you how to make lemon cakes and milk of the poppy from Game of Thrones.

This mulled wine from Wishful Chef is the perfect warm drink to serve at any Game of Thrones party and will complete the medieval feel.

Game of Thrones Party Games and Activities

I don’t much care for silly games at parties, and at a Game of Thrones party, you should probably watch at least one episode of the show, but if you need more activity than that, you must purchase the Game of Thrones board game. My friends, family, and I have had hours of fun playing this game and it is always fun. It is best when four or more people play.

If you’re not quite so nerdy, you might like these GoT playing cards, which simply feature GoT characters and allow you to play any regular card game.

Save yourself time and effort and purchase these pre-made GoT party supplies:

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That is pretty awesome. When you do RISK or Apples to Apples let me know lol- I don’t play many games. BUT the kids do! I’m gonna share this and them see if this sparks my creativity for and A to A get to know you evening. 🙂

I haven’t watched the show, but I guess I should. I seem to binge watch tv shows in the summer, so that might happen. The food inspired by the series sounds really good. I’m down for a Game of Thrones party!

Another Game of Thrones party game you can play is the app Names In A Hat (http://www.namesinahat.org) using the GoT characters list. Someone describes the characters and you have to guess which one it is – great fun!

Another Game of Thrones party game you can play is Names In A Hat using the Game of Thrones name list on the app (http://www.namesinahat.org). You’re prompted with characters’ names and have to get your teammates to guess as many of them as possible before the time runs out.

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[…] There are a lot of food references in A Song of Ice and Fire (not as much in the TV show, because too much time is taken up with violence and sex). The food always sounds so amazing. These dishes would be perfect to serve at your Game of Thrones party! […]

I'm Brenda. I'm a writer and a reader. Daily Mayo is all about having fun while reading, without rules! If you love books as much as I do, join the DM Book Lover's Club to keep up with the latest in the book world and get the DM Book Club Reading List.Come get to know me and let's talk books!